Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection the licensing specialist observed that the required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the An operator, substitute, employee, volunteer and all household members must be re-screened as outlined in sections 402.313 and 402.3131, F.S., following a break in operation/employment in the child care industry or from residing in the home, that exceeds 90 days. Child care personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considered unscreened child care personnel/individuals until completion of re-screening. These child care personnel/individuals s ... [truncated]
During the homes licensure year, the operator failed to conduct a minimum of one drill for each procedure outlined in the emergency preparedness plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection licensing specialist observed that during the homes licensure year, the operator failed to conduct a minimum of one drill for each procedure outlined in the emergency preparedness plan. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that emergency preparedness drills shall be conducted when children are in care. Each drill, excluding the fire drills, outlined in the emergency preparedness plan must be practiced a minimum of one time per year.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
The home's posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the home, including major intersections and local landmarks]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection the Family Service Counselor observed that the facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the Emergency service telephone numbers must be posted on or near all telephones, including 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks. Not Monitored Comments okay.
Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 9, numbers 4 and 5) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection the Family Service Counselor observed that the toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the All areas and surfaces accessible to children shall be free from toxic substances and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, BB guns, pellet guns and other potentially dangerous hazards, shall either be stored and in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach. This ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
Official code
10-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The home's posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the home, including major intersections and local landmarks]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20, A (Section 14, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection the Family Service Counselor observed that the facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the Emergency service telephone numbers must be posted on or near all telephones, including 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Emergency Information
Official code
25-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [not on file or online for the family service counselor to see during the inspection in person]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, E (Section 18.2, number 9) Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection the family service counselor observed that the home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [ not on file or online for the family service counselor to see during the inspection in person.]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the annually, during the months of August and September, the home must provide parents/guardians with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist provide ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [student files were missing the documentation during the inspection].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
Inspector notes
During the inspection the Family Services Counselor observed that the facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [ student files were missing the documentation during the inspection.] Technical support that was given to the provider stated that there shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: annually, in the months of April and September, ... [truncated]
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Due by July 10, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring all household members and staff have up-to-date background screenings?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection show that required background screening documentation was missing for an adult or household member at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the home maintains compliance with these staffing requirements.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are in place to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials remain inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2024 noted that hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. This question allows you to understand the storage practices currently used to keep these items out of reach.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and document your emergency preparedness drills throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from June 2025 indicate that not all required emergency preparedness drills were conducted during that licensure year. Asking about this helps you learn how the provider tracks and schedules these important safety exercises.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe how you keep emergency information, such as directions and contact numbers, updated and posted for easy access?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections in 2024 show that emergency information was missing specific required details like directions to the home. This question helps you understand how the provider ensures this information remains complete and accessible.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required parent notifications and health information are provided and documented in student files?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports from 2024 show instances where documentation for required parent notifications regarding health and safety topics was missing from student files. This question helps you understand how the provider manages these administrative requirements.